Vectrix VX-1 Side ViewVectrix VX-1 Motor Side ViewVectrix VX-1 Motor
OwnerChris Gavin-Egan
LocationAuckland, Auckland New Zealand map
Web/EmailWebPage email image
Vehicle2011 Vectrix VX-1
"New old stock" Vectrix VX-1 built in 2007 but bought new in 2011
Motor I believe 21kw peak Parker Hannafin 3-Phase AC
Drivetrain21kw AC motor
Batteries145.00 Volt, Nickel-Metal Hydride
Currently NiMh but when problems start - will be converting to LiFePo.
System Voltage120 Volts
Top Speed72 MPH (115 KPH)
When the new version of software is
installed it is capable of 71.5mph
(115kmh) presently limited to 100kmh
Range32 Miles (51 Kilometers)
I now tend to ride it as gently as possible. Found a new hobby in trying to get as many kms as possible on a charge whilst using the miniumum amount of watts used per km !
EV Miles
Start:1,250 Miles (2,011 Kilometers)
Current:4,062 Miles (6,535 Kilometers)
Total:2,812 Miles (4,524 Kilometers)
 
    As of 4/14/2012
Seating Capacity2 adults
Curb Weight400 Pounds (181 Kilograms)
Tires2
The most fun I've had on a bike in a long long time. Take a jaded motorcyclist with an interest in technology but who's bored with motorbikes and give them one of these.... worked for me !

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